Fertility

Overview

Nutrition, the piece of the puzzle almost every fertility clinic is missing
I am so very grateful for our local fertility clinics and the amazing reproductive endocrinologists we have in the Boston area. Without their incredible technology, science and expertise, my wife and I would never have been able to conceive. The same is true for many other women. It's truly a miracle what science can achieve.
With that said, I strongly believe that fertility clinics and most reproductive endocrin...

Other than a little Japanese Magic, exactly what is Okyu
Okyu is a Japanese Acupuncture Style application of moxibustion. It’s typically referred to as “thread moxa” as it’s applied in small rolled, thread-like form. Once the moxa is in place, I light the small thread with a stick of incense and the patient experiences a pleasant warming sensation at the desired point.
It is by far one of my favorite acupuncture techniques and one of my favorite to receive. Applying moxa in this way ...

The months before you start trying to conceive are actually super important. Most of us don't give these months much thought but if you plan wisely, you can increase your chances of conception and prepare your body so you can thrive during your pregnancy, all while providing your baby with the best possible opportunity for a healthy start. Pretty amazing when you really think about it.
Where to start
Where do you start? Well, food, of course! This time of year the Whole30 Diet is all anyone's ...

When I first learned about BBT (Basal Body Temperature) charts I thought they were a huge waste of time. Luckily, it didn’t take long for me to understand the value they provide us about our health and therefore, fertile potential. Combine the information you glean from charting with the details of your menstrual cycle (menstrual tracking) and you will truly have a wealth of information about your personal hormonal health. I’ve spent years using BBT charting and menstrual tracking to first, ...

If you know me at all, you know that I am a huge believer in the power of BBT Charts and tracking your menstrual cycle. In my post, BBT Charting & Tracking: A Window into your Menstrual Cycle, I explain everything we can learn from charting and tracking your menstrual cycle and how your findings impact your ability to get pregnant. Today, I want to tell you what I do everyday in my practice to help women improve their charts in order to optimize their chances of conceiving.
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I am pleased to announce that Heather Smidt, my acupuncture associate and I, have completed our training and are now Certified Organic Conception Coaches!
It's something I've been wanting to do for a long time. It means that I am now able to offer the Organic Conceptions 8 week online program to my patients! I couldn't be more thrilled to be collaborating with such a wonderful company.
Founders and developers, Dr. Kate Webster and Marc Sherman created a unique online program that focus...

This month I had the pleasure of being interviewed by Boston Voyager Magazine. It was the first time I talk publicly about how and why I became an acupuncturist and how I came to specialize in fertility, pregnancy and women's health.
I would love for you to read the article and share it with your friends!
http://bostonvoyager.com/interview/meet-angela-bell-acupuncture-cambridge-fresh-pond/...